Lecturer (nGAP) French Language & Literature at University of Cape Town

The annual cost of employment, including benefits for 2026, is R 974, 126

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WITH AN AWARDED MASTERS DEGREE (6-YEAR FUNDED TRACK)

• A Masters Grade Point Average (GPA) of 70% or more.
• An awarded Masters Degree in French and Francophone literature, or a closely related field.
• Should enrol (at any university) for a PhD in French and Francophone literature, or a closely related field, within three months of joining UCT.
• Evidence of excellent academic writing and conceptual work.
• Demonstrated high proficiency (oral and written) in French.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WITH A PHD/DOCTORAL DEGREE (4-YEAR FUNDED TRACK)

• A Masters Grade Point Average (GPA) of 70% or more.
• A completed PhD degree in French and Francophone literature, or a closely related field.
• Experience in teaching and/or tutoring French language and literature at tertiary level.
• A research strategy and publications commensurate with career stage.
• Demonstrated high proficiency (oral and written) in French.

ADDITIONAL ADVANTAGEOUS QUALITIES:

• Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.
• Administrative skills.
• Experience or interest in interdisciplinary work.
• Experience or interest in internationalisation (e.g. study abroad programmes)
• Experience in supervision of student research.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Teaching and convening French Language & Literature from beginners to advanced levels.
• Active engagement in research and publication.
• Participation in academic development initiatives, including mentorship and training opportunities.
• Academic administration.
• Active contribution to the Section’s research projects.
• Active participation in the School’s research culture.

To apply, please visit the UCT Jobs Site (www.jobs.uct.ac.za) to create a candidate profile and to submit your application.

Please complete/attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

• A letter of motivation that speaks to the requirements of the role.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Master’s thesis (Applicants for the four-year stream must also include their PhD).
• Copies of relevant academic transcripts
• Copy of your ID.
• The names of three referees, including their title and name, position details, relationship to you, their e-mail address, and telephone number.

Closing date: 16th  September 2026